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Pioneer Services Blog

July 28, 2015
- by
Mark Dye
African Americans have served our nation with distinction since its founding, but it wasn't until the official creation of black-only units that the term 'Buffalo Soldier' came into being. We take a look at their history to help celebrate Buffalo Solider Day.

July 23, 2015
- by
Mark Dye
Part of military life is being moved to a new location every few years. Such upheaval can be stressful enough for grown ups—for kids who will have to adjust to a new school as well as a new home, it can be life altering. This blog offers some tips that might make it easier.

July 15, 2015
- by
Jake Butler
Service members looking to take online classes to earn a bachelor’s degree now have a fantastic starting point. U.S. News & World Report has released its 2015 rankings for the best online programs for veterans. Check out the full list, just in time for enrollment for the fall semester.

July 10, 2015
- by
Jake Butler
Colorado’s state legislature passed House Bill 1181, dubbed “Honoring Our Military Exemption,” to make active-duty service members completely exempt from paying state income taxes. The move should help keep military residents from declaring home of record in other states.

July 7, 2015
- by
Mark Dye
Summer is here, and with it comes summer travel season. For many that means loading up the car and heading out, whether a day trip to local sites or a full-on road trip across the country. It also often means higher gas prices, so we put together some tips that can save you money during your travels.

July 1, 2015
- by
Jake Butler
Fireworks are part of American culture and have been since the beginning. We celebrate with both modest backyard fireworks and extravagant, professional displays. To celebrate our nation’s independence, we’ve put together some 4th of July firework facts for you to ponder.

June 24, 2015
- by
Jake Butler
With the kids out of school and the weather warming up, summer offers the perfect opportunity to break away from regular routines, pack up, and take off on an adventure. Here we explore some ways you can enjoy a nice summer vacation without breaking the bank.

June 16, 2015
- by
Mark Dye
There was a time when most Father’s Day gifts were either a tie or a collect phone call from the kids. Nowadays, however, it’s become big business—but you don’t need a big bank account to still get him something memorable. We have a list of gift ideas that can fit any budget.

June 12, 2015
- by
Jake Butler
This Sunday marks the 240th birthday of the United States Army, so today we’d like to take a moment to thank all the Soldiers currently serving, and those who’ve served in years past, for your selfless sacrifices that help preserve our freedoms and keep our country safe.

June 10, 2015
- by
Mark Dye
The American flag we now know wasn’t the first and only American flag. In fact, there were several different kinds during and right after the American revolution, with some signifying individual groups, and others trying to find a way to add new state stars with ease. This infographic takes a look at a few of the more notable flags that have flown in our nation’s name.